Gib Hill

Gib Hill rises 316 metres from the Somerset levels near Bridgwater, and on a clear day the walk up rewards you with views across the Quantocks and out towards Exmoor. It's a proper little climb - nothing technical, but steep enough that you'll feel it in your legs on the way up. The summit itself is relatively bare, which means the views aren't blocked by trees, though the wind can whip across the top without warning.

This works best for walkers comfortable with a straightforward hill walk. Families with younger kids might find the ascent a slog, and there's not much to do once you're at the top except turn around and head back down. History enthusiasts will appreciate that Bronze Age people fortified this place - you can still see the ramparts if you know what you're looking for, though they're not dramatic. Allow two to three hours return from the car park, depending on fitness.

There's free access, no visitor centre or facilities, so bring water. Early morning or late afternoon gives you the best light and fewer people. If you're staying at Secret Valley or Moorhouse Campsite nearby, this makes a solid morning outing before heading elsewhere. It's the kind of walk that feels purposeful without being gruelling - good for breaking up a caravan holiday without eating up your whole day. Worth doing if you're in the area, but don't rearrange your trip specially for it.